Radiology Tech (RT)- Pain Clinic Outpatient

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Chicago, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time position in the Pain Clinic Outpatient department, requiring 20 hours per week over 5 days (Monday-Friday). The schedule offers flexibility, and extra hours can be picked up as needed. The role is specific to the Pain Clinic, with no requirement to float to other departments. A sign-on bonus of $2500 is available for part-time hires.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
• New Rad Tech grads encouraged to apply!
• No Experience Required!
• Good communication skills
• Basic understanding of R.I.S., and basic computer knowledge
• IEMA accreditation in medical radiation technology
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) eligible with registration performed within 3 months of start date.
• CPR certification
• Ability to work weekends and holidays in order to accommodate staffing needs.
• Ability to work rotating shift any day of the week.
• Ability to take call and arrive on site within one hour
• May be exposed to radiation during procedures.
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time, or be required to lift and move patients
• May be exposed to hazardous materials, infectious disease and required to participate in annual emergency drills.
• Required to maintain current CPR certification.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician.
• Operates all components of the Digital Imaging System.
• Assists radiologists in performing mini-special procedures in the fluoroscopic suites.
• Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients.
• Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required.
• Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms.
• Assists radiologists in performing fluoroscopic examinations.
• Performs radiographic examination in surgery as required.
• Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality.
• Operates portable radiographic equipment and C-arm effectively in patient room, intensive care, and surgery.
• Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures.
• Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam.
• Prepare patients for exam. Obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort.
• Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality.
• Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel.
• Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems.
• Labels all radiographs appropriately following department’s established criteria and standards.
• Consistently maintains an attitude of professionalism, cooperation and positive interaction with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
• Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth.
• Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures.
• Attends CPR classes to maintain re-certification.
• Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification.
• Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area.
• Maintains inventory of supplies in work area. Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary.
• Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures.
• Complies with procedural standards in the care of children and adult population.
• Assists with proper positioning and restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary.
• Assists with patient/family participation in post procedural care for all age groups and provides resource information as directed.
• Reinforce appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status.
• Reassured children and aging patients.
• Interacts with families as so determined by need of case.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• $2500 sign on available to Part time hire!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED